Team - Lisa Mayhew

Lisa Mayhew

Lisa Mayhew

Chief Executive Officer

Lisa Mayhew, Chief Executive Officer, brings decades of international professional services leadership and a proven track record of driving sustainable growth, operational excellence and high‑performing cultures. She is known for combining strategic clarity with a deeply people‑centred approach.

Over the last decade, Lisa served as Firmwide Managing Partner and Global Co‑Chair at BCLP, a Top AMLAW 100 law firm spanning 32 offices in the US, UK, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. During her tenure, the firm grew its revenue from $350m to $900+m while embedding a cohesive, one‑firm operating model across multiple regions. Her leadership helped transform a predominantly UK‑centric business into a top‑tier global organisation grounded in client‑centricity, strategic execution and empowered teams.

Lisa has a strong track record of leveraging technology and data to enhance client experience and operational efficiency. She led a business renowned for its innovation, earning industry recognition for pioneering the use of technology and analytics in legal service delivery. She also launched “Protect”, an integrated corporate reputation management service with other organisations including Byfield, FTI Consulting and KPMG. It was a first‑of‑its‑kind offering, bringing together legal, PR and forensic capabilities, demonstrating her commercial vision and ability to understand and fully meet client needs. Earlier in her career, she was a prominent employment lawyer and one of the few nationally recognised “eminent practitioners” in Chambers & Partners. She is also a Meyler Campbell‑qualified coach and currently serves as the Senior Independent Director on the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Board.

Outside of work, Lisa loves spending time with family and friends and has a keen interest in fitness. She lives in Hertfordshire with her husband, Michael and has two daughters, Amy and Ellen.

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A Guide to Charity Reserves

A guide to charity reserves

6th July 2026
Written by: Alison Godfrey
This guide is designed to help trustees gain a better understanding of charity reserves and the importance of their reserves policy. Trustees are required to act in the best interests of the charity and their...
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A guide to the role of a charity trustee

6th July 2026
Written by: Alison Godfrey
Being a charity trustee can be really rewarding. It is a great way to use your skills and experience to support a worthy cause. Whilst the desire to give something back is a great starting...
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A guide to legal structures for social enterprises

6th July 2026
Written by: Alison Godfrey
When setting up a social enterprise one of the first things you need to consider is the legal structure through which you will operate. The legal structure will dictate fundamental aspects of how your organisation...
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A guide to setting up a charity

6th July 2026
Written by: Alison Godfrey
This guide is a brief overview of the steps involved in setting up a charity. More detailed information is available on the Charity Commission website. Should you have any questions or would like any advice...
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Award-winning charity accountants, Godfrey Wilson, joins Gravita

6th July 2026
 
Gravita is proud to welcome this exceptional team alongside a remarkable portfolio of more than 600 charities and organisations, bolstering our presence in the South West and strengthening expertise in the not for profit sector....
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Interim Profits in CET1: What MiFID Investment Firms Need to Know

3rd July 2026
Written by: Jade Quaintance
Maintaining a strong capital position is fundamental for MiFID investment firms, not only to meet regulatory requirements, but to support long-term resilience and confidence. One area that frequently prompts discussion is how interim profits are...
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Pillar 2: Multinational Top-up Tax and Domestic Top-up Tax Registration requirements

30th June 2026
Written by: Nikhil Oza
Companies with 31st December 2024 year-ends falling within...
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Tronc and payroll in the hospitality sector

17th June 2026
Written by: Jaspreet Bassi
The handling of tips, gratuities, and service charges in the hospitality sector has undergone significant reform since October 2024. For employers, this has not simply introduced new rules but has materially increased both the complexity of compliance...
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